The Breathtaking Palmeral of Elche
May 18, 2010 by GuestPoster
European travellers tend to travel a lot to Spain, Portugal, and Italy for their vacations. But there are people who will visit time and time again to the same spots. One of those holiday destinations in Spain that people tend to frequent a lot is Elche. Touring around and visiting different towns such as Bigastro and you really have the best of both worlds with the beautiful beaches of Elche, the architectural splendor of the city, and the landscape that is the Costa Blanca only on your doorstep. Elche possesses the most splendid and awe inspiring palm grove in Europe. No wonder Elche continues to be a welcoming venue for tourists. Whenever visitors are asked about the city of Elche, the Palmeral is first thing that comes to mind.
The Palmeral is one of the sites in Elche to behold. Its captivating beauty has been declared by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site. This palm plantation is the biggest in Europe, which contains 200,000 palm trees. One of its main attractions is the Imperial Palm and of course the collection of beautiful tropical plants and cacti.
You can also visit the colorful city park which also contains thousands of palm trees. The City Council has maintained the park’s beauty by keeping the park clean and well preserved. You can also see the fantastic landscape in the palm plantation and the idyllic place never fails to catch the attention of visitors.
The landscape of the Palmeral in Elche is the most exquisite in Europe. Other notable palm groves can be found in Southeastern Spain but they are much smaller as compared to the Palmeral in Elche. Its distinct character and value can be traced back in Andalusian’s cultural practices.
The Palmeral is also a representation of Man’s creative genius as the landscapes display unique artistry and aestheticism. Many art enthusiasts visit the Palmeral to discover one of nature’s finest work of art. Its beauty is undoubtedly appealing and never ceases to impress visitors.
Spending your vacation in Elche is indeed worth it as the places are really interesting especially the Palmeral. Your children will appreciate the beauty of the palm plantation that is well maintained. You will indeed recommend Elche to your friends and relatives with all the finest attractions the city has to offer. Elche get a way will be one of your most memorable vacations ever.


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